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On a trip to California, my family stopped for lunch. As we walked toward the entrance to the restaurant, a man, with a ________ beard and dirty hair, jumped up from a bench outside the restaurant and opened the door for us.Regardless of his ________ , he greeted us in a friendly way.

Once inside, my daughters whispered, "Mom, he ________ ." After we ordered our lunch, I explained, telling the kids to look ________ the dirt.We then watched other customers approach the restaurant but many ________ him. Seeing this rudeness truly upset me. The day I became a mother, I had determined to set a good ________ to my children. Yet sometimes when things didn't go right, being a good example was ________ . When our meal arrived, I realized I had left the car-sick pills in the truck. With the windiest trip ahead, the kids needed them, so I ________ myself from the meal and went to get them.

Just then, the "doorman" was opening the door for a couple. They rushed past him without even acknowledging his ________ . Letting them in first, I said aloud "thank you" to him as I ________

When I returned, we talked a bit.He said he was not allowed inside ________ he purchased food.I went back and told my family his ________ .Then I asked our waitress to add one soup and sandwich.

The kids looked ________ as we had already eaten, but when I said the order was for the "doorman", they smiled.When it was time to ________ our trip, I found the "doorman" enjoying his meal. Upon seeing me, he stood up and thanked me heartily. He then ________ out his hand for a handshake and I gratefully accepted. I suddenly noticed the tears in his eyes—tears of ________ .What happened next drew great astonishment: I gave the " doorman" a ________ . He ran away, with tears ________ down his face.

Back in truck, I fell into deep thought. While we can't choose many things in life, we can choose when to show gratitude. I said thanks to a man who had ________ opened a door for me, and also said thanks for that ________ to teach my children by example.

1.A. clean B. messy C. pretty D. bright

2.A. service B. state C. appearance D. attitude

3.A. smells B. smokes C. signs D. smiles

4.A. around B. into C. over D. beyond

5.A. refused B. ignored C. missed D. hated

6.A. example B. target C. record D. rule

7.A. accessible B. awkward C. tough D. stressful

8.A. prevented B. refreshed C. helped D. excused

9.A. company B. challenge C. presence D. attack

10.A. exited B. approached C. marched D. quitted

11.A. before B. unless C. though D. since

12.A. desire B. deed C. story D. demand

13.A. puzzled B. excited C. concerned D. bored

14.A. make B. start C. take D. continue

15.A. washed B. reached C. raised D. waved

16.A. approval B. sympathy C. gratitude D. affection

17.A. clap B. nod C. lift D. hug

18.A. streaming B. rushing C. slipping D. breaking

19.A. firmly B. simply C. constantly D. rudely

20.A. journey B. opportunity C. wisdom D. community

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阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D),选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

When I began planning to move to Auckland to study, my mother was worried about a lack of job and cultural differences. Ignoring these ________ , I got there in July 2010. ________ I arrived, I realized the importance of getting a job ________ my living costs. Determined to do this ________ , I spent several weeks going door-to-door for a job, but found ________ response .

One afternoon, I walked into a building to ask ________ there were any job opportunities. The people there advised me not to continue my job search in that ________ . As I was about to ________ , a man who had been listening approached me and asked me to wait outside ________. Nearly ten minutes later, he ________ . He asked me about my plans and encouraged me to stay ________. Then he offered to take me to Royal Oak to ________ a job.

I was a little surprised, but had a ________ feeling about him. Along the way, I realized that I had ________ resumes (简历). Seeing this, the man ________ at his business partner’s office to make me fifteen ________ copies. He also gave me some ________ on dressing and speaking. I handed out my resume and went home feeling very . The following day, I received a ________ from a store in Royal Oak offering me a job.

It seems that the world always ________ to you when you need it. And this time, it was a complete stranger that turned out to be a real blessing.

1.A. doubts B. concerns C. instructions D. reasons

2.A. Even if B. Every time C. Now that D. Soon after

3.A. of B. at C. for D. with

4.A. on my own B. on my way C. by any chance D. by the day

5.A. any B. much C. some D. little

6.A. why B. wherever C. whether D. whenever

7.A. direction B. attitude C. language D. manner

8.A. answer B. work C. leave D. refuse

9.A. for ever B. at any time C. as usual D. for a while

10.A. returned B. hesitated C. passed D. regretted

11.A. silent B. busy C. positive D. comfortable

12.A. pick out B. search for C. take on D. give up

13.A. dull B. good C. guilty D. general

14.A. made use of B. taken care of C. run out of D. become tired of

15.A. stopped B. knocked C. glanced D. appeared

16.A. right B. more C. former D. different

17.A. pressures B. agreements C. impressions D. suggestions

18.A. lonely B. funny C. disappointed D. satisfied

19.A. call B. tip C. present D. report

20.A. turns off B. goes over C. gives back D. looks up

It-s the universal cry of parents. "Get a job! " Soliman's mother told Soliman on the second day of his college breaks.

After years of delivering furniture for his mother'-s store, he knew many people had things they wanted to get rid of. If he borrowed his mom's truck, he could make a little money by carrying away their garbage.

One night, Soliman came up with a name for his new business - College Hunks Hauling Junk. He advertised the next day, and within hours, his phone rang. He asked his friend Friedman to help. They made $ 220 in three hours by cleaning out a woman-s garage. Soliman and Friedman earned $ 10,000 that summer. But the two weren't readyto become full- time garbage mcn after graduation. "We were trained to finish college and get a good job," says Soliman, who first worked at a research firm. Friedman became an economic analyst.

After working for the firm and the company for a while, both of them changed their minds. They quit their jobs and restarted their business, but had trouble finding a bank willing to lend them money. "Within months," says Friedman, "we were pretty upset. "

At last, one bank risked lending them $ 50,000. At first, they lost money. One customer asked them to deal with a dozen garbage cans filled with construction garbage. They measured the job by volume instead of by weight and charged just $ 130. "The cans were so heavy that it took us two and a half hours," says Soliman, "And it cost us more than $ 250 to carry the load. "

However, the tough experience taught them a lesson. They reduced the cost of unloading by recycling metals and electronics. Just four years later, they ran a nationwide company that earned $ 3 million in 2014. " I figured if Nick and I failed, we'd learn more from failing than from not trying at all," says Soliman.

1.What does Soliman find when helping to deliver furniture?

A. Some parents want their kids to work at college breaks.

B. Many families have things they don't want to keep.

C. His mom's truck works well in carrying heavy furniture.

D. It's hard to make money by carrying away the garbage.

2.What makes Soliman think of starting his new business?

A. His working experience in his mother's store.

B. His strong desire to make use of the garbage.

C. His hatred for people's throwing away things.

D. His much available time at college breaks.

3.How did Soliman and Friedman cut the cost of the company?

A. By filling the cans with more garbage.

B. By measuring the job by volume.

C. By reducing the working hours.

D. By recycling something useful.

4.Which of the following can be learned from the passage?

A. Easier said than done.

B. Nothing succeeds like success.

C. Two heads are better than one.

D. Nothing is impossible to a willing heart.

My father had always been an alert observer of human character. Within seconds of meeting someone, he could sum up their strengths and weaknesses. It was always a challenge to see if any of my boyfriends could pass Dad’s test. None did. Dad was always right—they didn’t pass my test either. After Dad died, I wondered how I’d figure it out on my own.

That’s when Jack arrived on the scene. He was different from any other guy I’d dated. He could sit for hours on the piano bench with my mother, discussing some composers. My brother Rick loudly announced that Jack wasn’t a turkey like the other guys I’d brought home. Jack passed my family’s test. But what about Dad’s?

Then came my mother’s birthday. The day he was supposed to drive, I got a call. “Don’t worry,” he said, “but I’ve been in an accident. I’m fine, but I need you to pick me up.”

When I got there, we rushed to a flower shop for something for Mom. “How about gardenias(栀子花)?” Jack said, pointing at a beautiful white corsage (胸花). The florist put the corsage in a box.

The entire ride, Jack was unusually quiet. “Are you all right?” I asked. “I’ve been doing a lot of thinking,” he said. “I might be moving.” Moving? Then he added, “Moving in with you.” I nearly put the car on the sidewalk. “What?” I asked. “I think we should get married,” he said. He told me he’d planned his proposal in a fancy restaurant, but after the accident, he decided to do it right away. “Yes,” I whispered. We both sat dumbfounded, tears running down our cheeks. I’d never known such a tender moment. If only Dad were here to give his final approval.

“Oh, let’s just go inside.” Jack laughed. My mother opened the door. “Happy Birthday!” we shouted. Jack handed the box to her. She opened it up. Suddenly, her eyes were filled with tears. “Mom, what’s wrong?” I asked. “I’m sorry,” she said, wiping her eyes. “This is only the second gardenia corsage I’ve ever received. I was given one years ago, long before you kids were born.” “From who?” I asked. “Your father,” Mom said. “He gave me one right before we were engaged.” My eyes locked on Jack’s as I blinked away(眨掉) tears. Dad’s test? I knew Jack had passed.

1.According to the text, we know the writer’s father was __________.

A. interested in observing things around

B. good at judging one’s character

C. strict with her boyfriend

D. fond of challenges

2.What is the main idea of Paragraph 2?

A. Jack got the family’s approval except Dad’s.

B. Jack was different from any other boy.

C. Jack was getting on well with Mother.

D. Jack knew a lot about piano.

3.The underlined word “proposal” in Paragraph 5 means __________.

A. piece of advice B. wedding ceremony

C. celebration of birthday D. offer of marriage

4.On hearing “moving in with you”, the writer felt .

A. pleased B. worried

C. surprised D. disappointed

5.Why did the writer’s mother cry?

A. The gift was the same as the one her husband gave her.

B. She had never received such a beautiful gift.

C. Her daughter found her life partner at last.

D. The gardenia corsage was too expensive.

根据短文内容,从短文后选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

Anxious about being alone? Don’t be. 1. , some researchers suggest it is wise for us to overcome the anxiety that seems to accompany loneliness, as there are lots of benefits of being alone.

We miss joy and pleasure less.

2. . This kind of fear causes us to give up much fun. For example, people have activities that they want to do—see a movie or a show that’s coming to town for one night only—but they lack friends to go with them, and so they miss it, 3. .

4. .

In a previous study, researchers found that those who spend a lot of time with close friends may be less associated with others, causing others feel they are cold and proud. So learning to be alone means leaning to get along well with strangers.

We become better people.

Some experts think being alone can provide us a good environment for us to reflecting on our actions and thinking about future personal improvements. 5. .The process allows us to look back upon the past, and return to the world with more insight and energy.

A. For many, the idea of going to a concert or out to dinner alone is terrified.

B. However, doing an activity alone isn’t any less enjoyable than taking a friend

C. The followings are the advantages of doing so

D. We’re kinder to strangers

E. Spending some time to do these things can make us happier and more independent

F. We can have fun with other friends

G. Although being alone isn’t our most comfortable state

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